2009 BMW 750 vs. 1958 Holden FE

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 51 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 970 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1958 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1958 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 BMW 750 1958 Holden FE
Make BMW Holden
Model 750 FE
Year Released 2009 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2166 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2670 mm