2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 19 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 280 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Senator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
