1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1950 Holden FX
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 33 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 860 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1950 Holden FX | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 400 | FX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 136 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |