2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-150 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2670 mm |