2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
