1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1966 Porsche 904
To start off, 1966 Porsche 904 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 398 kg more than 1966 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1966 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FB Special | 904 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
