1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1960 Holden FB Special is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | FB Special | 356 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |