1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 16 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 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 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:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F40 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
