1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
