1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2.8 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
