2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2110 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 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Excursion | FB Special |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |