2005 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 405 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |