1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 561 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
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:
| 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 801 F1 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
