1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 375 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | F40 | GTS |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |