1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator 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 321 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 364 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1985 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 456M | Senator |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |