1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 39 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 205 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit 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 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | FB Special | Esprit |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |