2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
