1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Testarossa | FE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
