1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT weights approximately 542 kg more than 1966 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 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | 350 GT | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
