1957 BMW 600 vs. 1980 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1980 Opel Kadett is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Kadett (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Kadett weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1980 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
