2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1990 Holden Commodore

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 424 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore. 1990 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello 1990 Holden Commodore
Make Ferrari Holden
Model 575M Maranello Commodore
Year Released 2005 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 3790 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 508 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 588 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 3200 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 1734 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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