1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 21 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 206 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1997 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
