2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 49 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 535 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 1960 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 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | BLS | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
