1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
