1960 BMW 700 vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. 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, 1974 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 700 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
