1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 348 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
