1999 Audi S8 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
