1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1964 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FB Special | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
