2008 BMW 335 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1078 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 | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
