2006 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1971 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 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 | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |