1968 Ferrari 275 vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1972 Opel Admiral is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 275 (297 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 275.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 275 | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 275 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
