1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari 400 and 1984 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1984 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
