2007 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 325 | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
