1999 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 730 | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |