1979 BMW 725 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1979 BMW 725 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE.
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, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 725 | FE |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |