1959 Holden FC vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 396 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FC | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
