1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1156 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | FB Special | Touareg |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2893 mm |