1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Kadett | M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1076 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
