1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1642 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.
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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | FB Special | Navigator |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3327 mm |