1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 44 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 965 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kadett | 535 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |