2003 BMW 545 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 545 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |