1957 Holden FE vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 587 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2010 Lexus IS 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. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | FE | IS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2731 mm |
