1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
