1977 Ford Megastar II vs. 1963 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1977 Ford Megastar II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Megastar II weights approximately 176 kg more than 1963 Opel Kapitan.
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. 1977 Ford Megastar II has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Megastar II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Ford Megastar II | 1963 Opel Kapitan | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Megastar II | Kapitan |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2605 cc |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 744 kg |