1990 Opel Senator vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Senator | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Senator | X1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |