1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kadett | 320 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |