1954 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 104 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 340 Spider | Ascona |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 954 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |