2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 550 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
