The Kadett B was launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in late summer 1965, Oswald 1945 - 90 (vol 3), p 213 The Kadett B was larger all-round than the Kadett A: 5% longer both overall and in terms of the wheelbase, 7% wider and 9% heavier (unladen weight), albeit 10 mm lower in basic standard "Limousine" (sedan/saloon) form.