1992 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 318 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |