1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 45 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 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 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FB Special | S60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
