2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 500 kg more than 1958 Opel Kapitan. 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.
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2006 Ford Mustang | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Kapitan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |