1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1952 Holden FX
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP) has 371 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1952 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 512 TR | FX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2166 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
