1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 23 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 515 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F355 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |