2009 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1979 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
