1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 241 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 1959 Holden FC | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | Dino | FC |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 150 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |