2006 BMW 760 vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 46 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1110 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 760 | FC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
