2009 BMW 335 vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
