2001 BMW 750 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 44 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1957 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1957 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 750 | FE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
