1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z9 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |