2009 Lexus LS vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1140 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 LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | LS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
