2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator.
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 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
