2005 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 913 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 530 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
