1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 135 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Tesla |
| Model | FB Special | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2352 mm |
