1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 815 kg more than 1969 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Kadett | ATS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
