1957 Holden FE vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 51 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 856 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 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2008 Mercury Milan 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. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | FE | Milan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |