1957 Holden FE vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 55 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1044 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 396 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Holden | Zenvo |
Model | FE | ST1 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3055 mm |