2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 342 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maranello | Starfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
