2009 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 30 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
