1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 970 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Eldorado | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
