1976 Ferrari 400 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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 400 (422 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 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 400 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 400 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 400 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
