2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 799 kg more than 1968 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 370Z | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
