1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
