2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 25 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 870 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
