2005 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | FC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
