1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Z1 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |