1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1960 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 308 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |