1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 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 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 250 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
