1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Record |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
