2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | FC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
