2009 BMW 760 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 1110 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2009 BMW 760 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 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 760 | FE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
