2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | STS | FB Special |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |