1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 475 kg more than 1983 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Rekord |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 70 L |