1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 45 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1216 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 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan 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 | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Titan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
