1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 13 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 615 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 348 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
