2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 615 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
