2009 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M3 | FE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |