1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Omni | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
