1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Kadett | DB6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |