1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
