1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 886 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | FB Special | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
