1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 348 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
