1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 GT | Commodore |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |