1999 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | FE |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
