2009 BMW 120 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 120 | FE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| 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 | 155 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
