1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Because 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
