1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1225 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | FB Special | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3350 mm |
