1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
