1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1985 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 407 kg more than 1958 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 1985 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1985 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 250 GT | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
