1968 AMC AMX vs. 1962 Holden FB Special

To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 6 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 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 277 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.

Compare all specifications:

1968 AMC AMX 1962 Holden FB Special
Make AMC Holden
Model AMX FB Special
Year Released 1968 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6386 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 315 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1377 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2670 mm


 

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