1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 18 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 512 M | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1979 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |