1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 38 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 4 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FB Special | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |