1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1972 TVR Taimar is newer by 12 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar 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 74 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar.
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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar 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 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | FB Special | Taimar |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |