2004 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 45 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 685 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 525 | FE |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |