2009 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 405 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2009 BMW 320 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. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | FE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
