1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1961 Holden FB Special is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 135 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
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, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca-Bristol | FB Special |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |