1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 BMW 125

To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 425 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.

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