2008 BMW M5 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 48 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 730 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M5 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |