1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 134 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 308 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |