2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 745 kg more than 1961 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | FB Special |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |