1964 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1964 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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1964 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1964 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Kadett | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kadett | 125 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |