2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | 7 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |