2009 BMW 535 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 535 | FE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |