1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 650 kg more than 1985 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 512 TR | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
