2009 Lexus IS vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 44 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1000 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, 2009 Lexus IS (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | IS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
