1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1962 Holden FB Special

To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 365 California 1962 Holden FB Special
Make Ferrari Holden
Model 365 California FB Special
Year Released 1967 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 163 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2670 mm


 

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