2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster 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 255 more horse power than 2000 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 360 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |