1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 103 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 512 BBi | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 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 |
