1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 440 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FB Special | Frontier |
Year Released | 1962 | 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 | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |