1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Holden | Ferrari |
| Model | Commodore | California |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
