1959 Holden FE vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 41 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Holden FE.
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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2000 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | FE | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
