1956 Holden FE vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1737 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | FE | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |