2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1967 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 874 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |
