1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 944 kg more than 1973 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 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Quattroporte | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |