1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 307 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1950 Holden FX | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 GT | FX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 246 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |