1960 Holden FC vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1960 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FC | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
