1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 512 M | Omega |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2594 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
