1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro. 2005 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 512 BB | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
