2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
