1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 31 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 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 400 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 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 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | FB Special | 960 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |