2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne 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 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Because 1965 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
