1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 297 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | GTO | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
