1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
