1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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 400 (393 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
