2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
