1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (122 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
