2008 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Senator |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |