1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore. 1989 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
