1959 Berkeley B vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1965 Holden FB Special is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden FB Special (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 744 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Berkeley | Holden |
Model | B | FB Special |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2670 mm |