1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2005 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 2005 Opel Corsa
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 500 Superfast Corsa
Year Released 1965 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 290 km/hour 197 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 44 L


 

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