1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 36 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 642 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC 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 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | FB Special | SC |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |