1958 Opel Kapitan vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1358 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1958 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Opel Kapitan | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Kapitan | Suburban |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |