2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 43 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 540 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
