1959 Holden FE vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | FE | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
