2003 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 325 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |