1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 117 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 512 BB | Senator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1977 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
