1971 Opel GT vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
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:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Opel | Ferrari |
| Model | GT | 599 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
