2009 BMW 635 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 635 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |