2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
