1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 456 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
