1983 Holden Camira vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Holden | Ferrari |
| Model | Camira | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
