1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 40 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 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.

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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Holden Toyota
Model FB Special Camry
Year Released 1965 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 3297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 223 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 326 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2730 mm


 

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