2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina 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 369 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 960 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 456M | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2250 mm |
