1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. 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 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 512 TR | Omega |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
