2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
