1958 Holden FE vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 435 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1958 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1958 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FE | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
