2008 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |