1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1437 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 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | FB Special | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3340 mm |
