2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 670 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Maranello | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
