1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 46 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 254 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 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 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FB Special | S2000 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |