1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1176 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 Lincoln MKT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | FB Special | MKT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2995 mm |
