2004 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
