2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1961 Holden FB Special

To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 1961 Holden FB Special
Make Ferrari Holden
Model KS 360 Modena FB Special
Year Released 2000 1961
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3572 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 773 Nm 163 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2670 mm


 

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