2007 BMW 760 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 45 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1405 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 760 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |