2003 Ford 427 vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1985 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Senator.
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 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford 427 | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 427 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 704 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
