1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 18 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1000 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Lagonda | FB Special |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |