2006 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 1985 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
