2004 BMW 545 vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1964 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 545 (447 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 545 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
