1988 BMW 520 vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Opel GT.
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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel GT has manual transmission. 2008 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 520 | GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
