1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 20 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 373 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | F50 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 436 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |