2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, 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 DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | DTS | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
