2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
