1957 Holden FE vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 755 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1957 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1957 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | FE | M |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |