1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GTO | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 70 L |
