2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1166 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Quattroporte | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |