1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1573 kg more than 1965 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | FB Special | Savana |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
