1957 Holden FE vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tamora weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FE | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
