1970 Opel Kadett vs. 1964 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1970 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 745 kg more than 1970 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, 1964 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Kadett | 1964 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
