1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1977 Holden Statesman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman. 1977 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
