2006 BMW 545 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1967 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 545 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1698 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
