2009 BMW 125 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 31 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 125 | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |