1956 Holden FE vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 49 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | FE | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |