1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1985 Ferrari 400 and 1985 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 992 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (89 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
