1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Miura | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |