1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is newer by 8 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 570 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2670 mm |
