2004 BMW 545 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 820 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, 2004 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2004 BMW 545 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. 2004 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 545 | FE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
