1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 512 TR | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1978 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.8 mm |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
