1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora 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 70 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora 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 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | FB Special | Tamora |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |