1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1969 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | |
Make | Holden | Monteverdi |
Model | FB Special | 2000 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |