1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 147 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 352 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mythos | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
