2000 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 32 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 318 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |