1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FB Special | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
