1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Kadett | M |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
