2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza 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 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Monza weights approximately 42 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1985 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Monza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
