2005 BMW 320 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
