1992 BMW 332 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 332 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
