2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 48 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 425 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | F430 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4306 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |