1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1978 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB5 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 43 L |
