1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
