2008 BMW M6 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M6 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
