1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 416 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
