1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 48 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 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 230 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 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | FB Special | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
