1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1969 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
