1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | FB Special | 330 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |