2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 41 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 640 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |