2005 BMW 330 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1962 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |