1988 Buick Electra vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 475 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, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | FB Special |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |