1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 15 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), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 470 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2001 Holden Monaro 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. 2001 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
