1958 BMW 600 vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 600 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |