1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1000 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 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |
