2006 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M3 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |