1959 Holden FE vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 54 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | FE | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
