1974 Opel Kadett vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Kadett | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Kadett | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |