1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 474 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
