1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
