1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 865 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Kadett | M3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |