1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2001 Vector M12 is newer by 39 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vector M12 weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Vector M12 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 | 2001 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Vector |
| Model | FB Special | M12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
