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Opel Admiral B 2.8 E (165 Hp) Automatic
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Opel Admiral:
The Opel Admiral is a luxury car made by the German car manufacturer Opel from 1937 until 1939 and again from 1964 until 1977.
The first Admiral was introduced at the Berlin Motor Show in early 1937, although production did not begin until the end of the year, with only eight units produced in 1937. The model was an attempt to challenge luxury cars in the growing 3. 5-litre class from Horch, Mercedes-Benz and Maybach. However, it came with a substantially lower price than the similarly sized and powered cars from these premium manufacturers, which combined with its generously proportioned but technically straightforward chassis to make it a favorite with builders of specialist car bodies. Unlike the slightly smaller unitary bodied Opel Kapitän introduced at the end of 1938, the Admiral used a traditional separate chassis. It turned up with several different bespoke cabriolet and limousine bodies, and also provided the chassis, engine and running gear for various substantial ambulances....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B Overview:
Opel Admiral (B). With 229 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1530 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Opel Admiral B was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997. Consequently, no official safety rating is available. Safety features would be rudimentary by modern standards, typical of vehicles from the 1970s.
2.8 E (165 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This top-tier fuel-injected 2.8L engine delivers the most power in the lineup, providing excellent cruising capability and a refined driving experience. The automatic transmission complements its luxury intent.
Fuel Economy
Despite the slight power bump, fuel economy would be comparable to the 160 Hp 'E' model, benefiting from fuel injection over carbureted versions. Still a thirsty engine by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and refined inline-six engines
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for long journeys
- • Classic executive sedan styling with stately presence
- • Robust build quality typical of Opel in the 1970s
- • Good highway cruiser
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption by modern standards
- • Limited safety features compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Finding specific parts can be challenging for a classic car
- • Performance is more stately than sporty, especially with automatic transmissions
- • Rust can be an issue on unrestored examples
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Admiral |
| Generation: | B |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 E (165 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1969 |
| End of production: | 1975 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 165 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 59.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 229 Nm @ 4100-4600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 28E |
| Engine displacement: | 2784 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1530 |
| Max. weight: | 2020 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 475 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1400 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 700 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4907 mm mm |
| Width: | 1852 mm mm |
| Height: | 1450 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2845 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1505 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1512 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
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