1963 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1677 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Kadett | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Kadett | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3670 mm |
