1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 BMW 2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 2000 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |