2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 550 | Statesman |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |