1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Ford E-350

To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 51 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1730 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.

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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 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 2011 Ford E-350
Make Holden Ford
Model FB Special E-350
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 2111 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3505 mm


 

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