1987 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Senator | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Senator | SL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |