2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1513 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
