2005 Acura MDX vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 946 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | MDX | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
