1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1195 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.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Kadett | 300 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
