1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Opel Omega. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Omega. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 75 L |
