1989 Ferrari F1 89 vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari F1 89 and 1989 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
Because 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari F1 89. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1989 Holden Apollo has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F1 89 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F1 89 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari F1 89 | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | F1 89 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 593 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 12500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |