1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 513 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FB Special | S60 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
