1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 28 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S 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 200 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S 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 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | FB Special | Type S |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |