1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 Opel Omega

To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 43 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 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 425 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 250 GT 2003 Opel Omega
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 250 GT Omega
Year Released 1960 2003
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2953 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 262 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
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 75 L


 

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