2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 22 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 234 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
