1992 BMW 320 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 320 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |