1969 Opel Kadett vs. 1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1969 Opel Kadett and 1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Kadett | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 109 L |
