2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Challenger (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Challenger | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
