2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 770 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | FC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
