2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Holden Statesman. 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 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 612 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
