1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 44 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 665 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS 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 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | FB Special | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
