1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
