1959 Holden FE vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 615 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, 2000 BMW 320 (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FE | 320 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
