1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 19 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 642 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 57 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F50 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |