2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro 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 279 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 73 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Maranello | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
