1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 755 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Testarossa | Kadett |
Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |