1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
