2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 42 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1000 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 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rainier | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
