1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, both 1976 Ferrari 308 and 1976 Holden Torana were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 308 | Torana |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |