1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1964 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FB Special | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
