1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 48 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 825 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 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan 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 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FB Special | Milan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
