1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 32 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 315 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1950 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 208 | FX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
