2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Maranello | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
