1975 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 320 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 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 | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |