1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans (84 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | FB Special | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
