2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 360 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
