1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 535 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
