2008 BMW 528 vs. 1970 Opel GT

To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.

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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 528 1970 Opel GT
Make BMW Opel
Model 528 GT
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L