1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 1999 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 308 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |