2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 514 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 1977 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
