2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
