1964 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 806 kg more than 1964 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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Z |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2550 mm |
