2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. 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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |