1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Maranello | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
