2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 539 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1967 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) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 599 | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
