1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | GTO | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
