1959 Holden FC vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 381 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | FC | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |