2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 890 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Maranello | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
