1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | F512 M | Senator |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 43 L |
