2008 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 18 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 34 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2969 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
