1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1969 Opel GT

To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.

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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ferrari 400 1969 Opel GT
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 400 GT
Year Released 1979 1969
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4823 cc 1900 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 118 L 53 L


 

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