1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 226 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1985 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F40 | Senator |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |