1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 18 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 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
