1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 365 GT | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |