1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F355 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
