2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 660 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore. 1981 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F1 2000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
