1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F512 M | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
