2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
