1959 Holden FE vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | FE | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
