2007 BMW 550 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1979 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 550 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |