2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello and 2005 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 529 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
