1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 450 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 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FB Special | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
