2009 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator.
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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |