1986 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Kadett | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Kadett | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
