1949 Buick 40 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 595 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | 40 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
