1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3250 mm |
