1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | FB Special | Continental |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
