1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 43 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 595 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, 2005 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS 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 | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | FB Special | GS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
