1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FB Special | 325 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
