1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 409 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
