1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F50 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |