2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 456M | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
