2009 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2330 mm |
