2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 42 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 704 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
