2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1968 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
