1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mythos | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
