2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |