2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 550 | HD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
