1956 BMW 507 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1959 Holden FE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 507 | FE |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |