1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FB Special | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
