2009 Acura RDX vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX 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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RDX | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
