2001 BMW M vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
