2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 977 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2670 mm |
