1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1963 Holden FB Special is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 226 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | 2-Litre | FB Special |
Year Released | 1950 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |