1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 488 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | FB Special | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5740 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |