1998 BMW 323 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 615 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 323 | FE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
