1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1953 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 308 | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
