1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 400 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
