1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 606 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper 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 14 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
