2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Holden Commodore

To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore. 1997 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari Maranello 1997 Holden Commodore
Make Ferrari Holden
Model Maranello Commodore
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 3789 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 568 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2950 mm


 

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