2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 316 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | Senator |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |
