2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 652 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
