1972 Ford Torino vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 892 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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Torino | FB Special |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |