1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 50 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 604 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | FB Special | Falcon |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2838 mm |