1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 1 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 600 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Espada | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
