1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 31 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
