2002 McLaren F1 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett

To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 McLaren F1 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1965 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

2002 McLaren F1 1965 Opel Kadett
Make McLaren Opel
Model F1 Kadett
Year Released 2002 1965
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6063 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 618 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 649 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.1 mm 61 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1176 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2330 mm


 

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