1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 56 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 365 GT | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
