1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Opel | Ferrari |
| Model | Ascona | 599 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
