2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 670 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
