1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird

To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 710 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari Pinin 1976 Holden Sunbird
Make Ferrari Holden
Model Pinin Sunbird
Year Released 1980 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1897 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 355 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 459 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2590 mm


 

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