1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2001 Toyota BB 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota BB (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB.
Because 1965 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 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB, 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 2001 Toyota BB | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | BB |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |