1967 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kadett | S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |
