2008 Acura TL vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 174 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | TL | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
