1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 38 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 68 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | FB Special | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |