1958 Opel Kapitan vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Opel Kapitan | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kapitan | 335 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |