1997 Ford Contour vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 35 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 214 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.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Contour | FB Special |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |