1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Kadett | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
