2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | DB7 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 44 L |