2001 BMW M vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 391 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M | FC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
