1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 67 L |
