2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z4 | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |