1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 49 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1541 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.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Kadett | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2746 mm |
