1956 Holden FE vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 841 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 1956 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2010 Ford Taurus 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. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | FE | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2868 mm |
