1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Montana is newer by 37 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 620 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 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Montana, 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, 2001 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Montana 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 | 2001 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | FB Special | Montana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
