1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 46 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FB Special | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2934 mm |
