2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Senator |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |