1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 104 kg more than 1985 Opel Senator. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 330GT | Senator |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
