1999 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M5 | GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |