2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1962 Holden FB Special

To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 198 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Expedition 1962 Holden FB Special
Make Ford Holden
Model Expedition FB Special
Year Released 2005 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 163 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2670 mm


 

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