2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V12 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
