1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1982 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Statesman (170 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 620 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.
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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman 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 | 1982 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FB Special | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
