2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Opel | Ferrari |
| Model | Corsa | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
