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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 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 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). 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 | 2993 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
