2005 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
