2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1962 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z4 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |