1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona. 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 348 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
