1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 51 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1552 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition 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 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | FB Special | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3023 mm |
