1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 47 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 400 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 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | FB Special | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
