1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Holden | Datsun |
| Model | FB Special | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2581 mm |
