1975 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 19 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, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 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, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | FE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
