1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1971 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1971 Humber Sceptre is newer by 9 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, 1971 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Humber Sceptre 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 108 kg more than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1971 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Holden | Humber |
| Model | FB Special | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
