1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 2002 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | FB Special | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
