1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 620 kg more than 1951 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 400 Superamerica | FX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |