2000 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 316 | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |