1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1415 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | FB Special | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |