1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F40 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
