1958 Holden FE vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 55 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 672 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | FE | IPL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
