1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 9 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |