2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore 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 263 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 456M | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 456M | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |