1957 Holden FE vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan, 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Titan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
