1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1965 Holden FB Special is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Humber Sceptre (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 24 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
Make | Holden | Humber |
Model | FB Special | Sceptre |
Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |