2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 45 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 851 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 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | SRX | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
