1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kadett | 330 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |