1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
