1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 187 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 223 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 512 BB | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
