1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1960 Holden FB Special

To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 355 kg more than 1960 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.

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