1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 493 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Opel | Ferrari |
| Model | Ascona | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
