1960 Holden FC vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FC | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
