1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 45 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 725 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 456M | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
