1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 452 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FB Special | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
