1976 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2056 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1976 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1976 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Kadett | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Opel | Maybach |
| Model | Kadett | 62 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
