1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 23 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 175 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | F50 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |