1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
