1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | FB Special | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
