1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
