1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2737 mm |
