2007 Maserati GT vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 815 kg more than 1969 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 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | GT | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |