1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford GT 40 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | GT 40 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 163 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |