1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 146 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GT | Senator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
