1957 Holden FE vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 49 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 945 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FE | Montego |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
