2008 BMW 540 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett.
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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 540 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
