1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 GT | HD |
Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |