1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 11 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 246 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 246 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 163 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |