2009 BMW 125 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 36 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 504 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
