1997 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 38 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, 1997 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 465 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, 1997 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | FE |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
