1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 29 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 (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 275 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 (245 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GT | Monza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
