1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster 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 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 36 L |
