1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 456M | Record |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
