1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
