1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Statesman weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
