2008 BMW 545 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 51 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 725 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 545 | FE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
