2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Enzo | Senator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
