1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 36 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 560 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, 2000 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS 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 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | FB Special | GS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
