1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 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 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 400 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |