1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Lumina | FB Special |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |