1993 BMW 856 vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 856 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW 856. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 856 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
