1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 273 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
