1983 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Kadett | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Opel | Bentley |
Model | Kadett | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |