2003 BMW 320 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 44 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, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 330 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, 2003 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | FE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
