1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Opel Omega. 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
