1959 Holden FC vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 48 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 736 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FC | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
