1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GT | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
