1956 Holden FE vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | FE | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |