1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2006 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2006 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 316 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
