2002 BMW 735 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2002 BMW 735 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1960 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, 2002 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 735 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
