1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 720 kg more than 1964 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, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | FB Special | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
