1984 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1984 BMW 318 is newer by 25 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 318 (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 318 weights approximately 20 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | FE |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
