1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden FB Special | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | FB Special | 120 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |