1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 494 kg more than 1950 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 365 GT | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
