2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 161 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 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Avalanche | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
