1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 545 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1076 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
