1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1325 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FB Special | Armada |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3129 mm |