1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 596 kg more than 1981 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 365 GT | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
