2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 360 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
