2002 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 25 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 840 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, 2002 BMW 330 (237 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
