1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308. 1991 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
