2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett.
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 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
