1959 Holden FC vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | FC | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2852 mm |