2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega 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 156 more horse power than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (377 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. (568 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 75 L |
