1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 338 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | FB Special | Corvette |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |