1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 871 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
