1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
