1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 22 kg more than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record 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 | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | FB Special | Record |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |