2004 BMW 745 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1978 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 745 (447 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 745 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
