1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 52 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 637 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2779 mm |
