1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman. 2005 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
