1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | HD |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
