1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 Opel Omega

To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 418 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 2003 Opel Omega
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 250 GT Omega
Year Released 1958 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 94.6 mm
Top Speed 203 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 75 L


 

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