2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1962 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 E (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
