1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 2012 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | FB Special | 335 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 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 |