1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 48 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), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1255 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FB Special | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2933 mm |
