2003 BMW 545 vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 284 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 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 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 545 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |