1971 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Kadett | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
