1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
