2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. 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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | XLR | FB Special |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |