1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 39 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
