2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 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 Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z3 | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
