1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 41 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
