2008 Ford GT vs. 1986 Holden Camira
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1986 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 505 kg more than 1986 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1986 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | Camira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
