2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 44 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 766 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rendezvous | FB Special |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 163 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |