1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GT | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
