1973 BMW 525 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |