2007 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 610 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1958 Holden FE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 530 | FE |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |