1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 6 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
