1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Kadett |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 43 L |