2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1962 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Thunderbird | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
