1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F355 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
