2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 980 kg more than 1967 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 CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 44 L |
