1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special.
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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
