1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore 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 Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 180 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 Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore 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 Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 308 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 304 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 | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |