2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore. 1982 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 360 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1392 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
