1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 35 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 915 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 412 GT | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 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 |
