2009 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 335 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |