2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z9 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z9 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
