2001 BMW Compact vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 14 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact 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:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Compact | Senator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
