1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 440 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 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FB Special | Xterra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |