1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 342 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.

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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Holden Nissan
Model FB Special Pathfinder
Year Released 1963 2009
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 266 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2860 mm


 

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