2007 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
