1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 53 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1459 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | FB Special | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3302 mm |
