2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
