2005 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1023 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.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
