1967 Holden HR vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 Holden HR.
Because 1967 Holden HR 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 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | HR | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2788 mm |
