1959 Holden FC vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | FC | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |