1966 Lamborghini Flying Star vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star would be higher. At 3,939 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Flying Star | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3939 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
