1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 17 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), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 210 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 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 2000 Holden Berlina
Make Ferrari Holden
Model 308 Berlina
Year Released 1983 2000
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2855 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2950 mm


 

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