1958 Opel Kapitan vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 12 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Opel Kapitan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Opel Kapitan | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Kapitan | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
