1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 737 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | FB Special | M |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
