1960 Holden FC vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FC | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
