1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Holden | Ferrari |
| Model | Statesman | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
