1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mondial | Senator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
