2004 BMW 535 vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 535 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
