1956 Holden FE vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1956 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | FE | 118 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |