1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 456 | GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 44 L |