2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
