1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 11 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1987 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
