2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 44 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam 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 100 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Bantam | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
