2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1979 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1979 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
