1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Kadett | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kadett | Z8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |