2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 Opel Ascona. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
