1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1946 Maserati 4
To start off, 1964 Holden FB Special is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 470 kg more than 1946 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1946 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FB Special | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
