1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special.
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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | FB Special | Record |
Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |