1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 BMW X1

To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 47 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, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 465 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 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 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 2012 BMW X1
Make Holden BMW
Model FB Special X1
Year Released 1965 2012
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 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4454 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1798 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1545 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm


 

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