1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Opel Admiral. 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Maranello | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
