1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 306 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
