1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 45 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 619 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | FB Special | QX56 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |