1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 250 GT | Camira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
