1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 49 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 590 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL 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 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | FB Special | TL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2775 mm |
