1957 Opel Kapitan vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 Opel Kapitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Kapitan | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kapitan | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
