1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 781 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FB Special | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2941 mm |
