2008 BMW 328 vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 328 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
