1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 330 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
