2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 789 kg more than 1965 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 1965 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | SRX | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
