2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 599 | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |
