2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster 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 340 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | Maranello | Speedster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |