2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica weights approximately 502 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. 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 Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Superamerica | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
