1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GTE | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
