1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 23 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 370 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach 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 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | FB Special | Countach |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
