2005 BMW 530 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 530 | GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |