1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | FB Special | F-350 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3970 mm |