1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 348 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |