1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1957 Maserati 300
To start off, 1965 Holden FB Special is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Maserati 300.
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:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1957 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | FB Special | 300 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |
