1960 Holden FC vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 39 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Chimaera 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FC | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
