2006 BMW 650 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 650 | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |