1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 942 kg more than 1972 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 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
