1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1984 Maserati 228 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1961 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FB Special | 228 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
