2000 BMW 750 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 785 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 750 (759 Nm) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2000 BMW 750 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 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
