1956 Holden FE vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 55 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 770 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 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | FE | S5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
