2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 612 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |