2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 43 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1215 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
