1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 10 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Dart | FB Special |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |