1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1951 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | F355 | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |