1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 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, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
Model | D8 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |