1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1990 Opel Senator

To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.

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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 1990 Opel Senator
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 365 GTC Senator
Year Released 1971 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 2969 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 69.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 75 L


 

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