1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (131 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 478 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.

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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 1999 Opel Omega
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 365 GTB Omega
Year Released 1968 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 347 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 22.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1197 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 127 L 75 L


 

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